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Las Vegas Aces Make History as First WNBA Team to Sell Out All Regular...

The Las Vegas Aces have achieved a remarkable feat in Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) history by becoming the first team to sell out all of their regular season home games. This milestone was...
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Warner Bros. Las Vegas Film Studio Project Faces Setback

Warner Bros. Las Vegas Film Studio Project Hits RoadblockIn a surprising turn of events, the highly anticipated Warner Bros. Studios Nevada project has hit a major setback, leaving the fate of the proposed $900...
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Las Vegas Strip Mass Stabber Faces Death Penalty, Prosecutors Say

Las Vegas Strip Mass Stabber Faces Death Penalty, Prosecutors SayYoni Barrios, a 34-year-old man accused of a horrific stabbing spree on the Las Vegas Strip, may face the death penalty if convicted. The incident,...
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Connecting Vegas to San Francisco with Brightline High Speed Rail

California Governor Gavin Newsom made a groundbreaking announcement on Monday regarding the future of high-speed rail travel in the state. The plan involves connecting the Brightline High Speed Rail line, currently being constructed from...
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Health Department Closes Las Vegas Wolfgang Puck Restaurant Due to Violations

Health Department Closes Wolfgang Puck Restaurant in Las VegasThe Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) recently shut down the Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill at MGM Grand in Las Vegas due to multiple health code...
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Maximizing Value of Caesars’ Digital Unit: Analyst’s Insight

Caesars Entertainment's Digital Unit: Unleashing Hidden ValueCaesars Entertainment (NASDAQ: CZR) is making waves in the financial world as analysts speculate on the untapped potential of its digital operations, particularly Caesars Sportsbook. Deutsche Bank analyst...
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Steve Hofstetter Cancels Weekend Show at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Amid Strike

Steve Hofstetter Stands with Striking Workers in VegasComedian Steve Hofstetter, known for his sharp wit and engaging performances, has made a bold decision to cancel his upcoming show at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The...
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Lawsuit Filed Against Vegas Restaurant for Deadly Shellfish Allergy

Abraham Williams, a patron at Beauty & Essex in the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, tragically lost his life after suffering a severe allergic reaction to shellfish contamination in a meal he had ordered. This...
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Debunking Vegas Myths: Circus Circus’ Flying Pink Elephants & More Wild Stories

Debunking Vegas Myths: Circus Circus’ Flying Pink Elephants & More Wild StoriesIn the world of Las Vegas, myths and legends abound, captivating the minds of locals and tourists alike. From buried bodies in Hoover...
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Oakland Athletics President Resigns Amid Speculation of Las Vegas Relocation

Oakland Athletics President Resigns Amid Speculation of Las Vegas RelocationDave Kaval, the face behind the Oakland Athletics’ potential move to Las Vegas, shocked fans and insiders alike by announcing his resignation as...
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Debunking Vegas Myths: The Truth About The Bright Lights of The Strip

Las Vegas, known for its bright lights, has long been considered the brightest place on Earth. But recent research conducted by experts in the field has debunked this myth, revealing a surprising new contender...
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Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Assaulting Officer at Casino

Man Sentenced to Five Years for Assaulting Officer at CasinoA recent incident at the Ute Mountain Casino Hotel in Colorado has led to a significant legal outcome. Daniel Lehi, a 44-year-old resident of Towaoc,...
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Former Resorts World & MGM Grand President Loses Gaming License – Latest Update

Former Resorts World & MGM Grand President Stripped of Gaming LicenseIn a stunning turn of events, Scott Sibella, the former president of Resorts World and MGM Grand, has lost his gaming license following a...
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Former UFC Fighter Arrested in Las Vegas for Threatening Family with Gun

Former UFC Fighter Vinny Magalhaes Arrested in Las Vegas for Threatening Family with GunVinny Magalhaes, a former MMA fighter, found himself on the wrong side of the law last Saturday in Las Vegas. According...
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Unethical Practices: Vegas Chiropractor Sells Corpses from Strip Mall

In a shocking turn of events, a Las Vegas chiropractor, Obteen Nassiri, has been exposed for running an unethical body business selling human cadavers from a strip mall next to a tattoo parlor. Nassiri,...
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Why Wynn Resorts Is Unlikely to Face Activist Investor Pressure

Wynn Resorts' Potential Activist Investor Situation Unlikely to MaterializeWynn Resorts (NASDAQ: WYNN) has experienced a notable 10.09% surge in stock value over the past month, following news of a prominent investor, Tilman Fertitta, increasing...
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UFC 310 Betting Preview: Pantoja vs. Asakura Prediction and Odds

UFC 310 Betting Preview: Pantoja vs. Asakura Prediction and OddsIn the heart of Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Arena, the highly anticipated UFC 310 event is set to take place tomorrow night. With a...
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Man Who Shot at Las Vegas Police Had Kidnapped and Assaulted Prostitute

Man Who Shot at Las Vegas Police Had Kidnapped and Assaulted ProstituteThe streets of Las Vegas turned into a scene straight out of an action movie when a man, Jaime Mendoza, led the police...
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Resorts World Las Vegas Appoints Murren as Board Leader

Resorts World Las Vegas Names Jim Murren as Chairman of BoardResorts World Las Vegas, the iconic entertainment destination on the Las Vegas Strip, has recently made a significant announcement that is bound to shake...
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What to Expect Next Year in the Vegas Sphere: Insights from James Dolan

What to Expect Next Year in the Vegas Sphere: Insights from James DolanSince its grand opening in September 2023, the Las Vegas Sphere has made waves as the most innovative event venue globally. While...
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Las Vegas Police Officer Exchanges Gunfire with Sex Assault Suspect: Charges Filed

Las Vegas Police Officer Exchanges Gunfire with Sex Assault Suspect: Charges FiledJaime Mendoza, 54, is facing seven charges after allegedly shooting at a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) officer following a high-speed chase...
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Nevada Casinos Break Slot Record in October, Overall Win Decreases

Nevada Casinos Hit Slot Jackpot in October, But Overall Win SlipsNevada casinos made history in October by raking in over $932.3 million from their slot machines, marking the highest monthly slot revenue ever recorded....
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VEGAS MUSIC NEWS: Sick New World Canceled – What Happened?

Sick New World Music Festival Canceled Las Vegas music fans are in for a disappointment as the highly anticipated "Sick New World" music festival has been canceled. The festival was set to take place for...
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Las Vegas Strip Uber Driver Identified: Self-Defense Shooter Theory

Las Vegas Strip Uber Driver Identified: Self-Defense Shooter TheoryAn Uber driver, Michael Wilmot, 50, was fatally shot in the torso after a road rage incident on the Las Vegas Strip last week. Authorities are...
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Luxury Watch Thefts at Fontainebleau Casino: Four Arrested

Luxury Watch Thefts at Fontainebleau Casino: Four ArrestedFour suspects were recently apprehended by police in connection with the theft of two expensive watches at Club LIV in the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.The IncidentsThe first incident...
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Historic Holy Cow Casino in Lost Vegas: A Look Back at the Iconic Venue

The Holy Cow Casino and Brewery in Las Vegas has a rich history that dates back to 1955 when it was originally opened as Foxy's Deli, becoming the first restaurant on the Strip to...
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Lawsuit Alleges IGT’s Wheel of Fortune Slot is Similar to ‘Rigged’ Roulette

A recent class-action lawsuit filed in a Nevada federal court has accused the popular Wheel of Fortune slot machines of deceiving players and defrauding them out of their money. The lawsuit alleges that the...
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Support Las Vegas Charities and Nonprofits with Holiday Gifts

If you're looking for meaningful gift ideas this holiday season, why not consider supporting local charities and nonprofits in Las Vegas? There are many organizations in the Valley dedicated to making a positive impact...
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Wynn Resorts Credit Rating Upgraded by Moody’s – Positive Outlook Ahead

Wynn Resorts' financial division has received positive news from Moody's Investors Service, as the credit outlook has been upgraded from "stable" to "positive." Despite maintaining a "B1" rating on the company's debt, which is...
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Adele’s $349 Vegas Live Album and Eagles’ Latest News: VEGAS MUSIC UPDATE

Adele recently wrapped up her 100th and final show at Caesars Palace, but fans can still relive the magic with her new limited-edition vinyl box set. The "Weekends With Adele Live in Las Vegas...
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Las Vegas Strip Closed After Deadly Shooting: Updates and Traffic Restrictions

A tragic incident occurred on the Las Vegas Strip on Monday afternoon as a result of a road rage confrontation, authorities have reported. The victim, who remains unidentified, was fatally shot in the neck...
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Optimize Your Rewards with BetMGM’s Digital Points Program

BetMGM has recently made significant enhancements to its rewards points program, allowing clients to easily view their accrued points in a single digital wallet regardless of the state they are in. This new development...
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Virgin Hotels Las Vegas Accused of Hiring Scabs During Culinary Union Strike

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas has faced accusations from the Culinary Union for hiring temporary replacement workers, also known as scabs, as around 700 hospitality workers went on strike last Friday. The hotel, however, has...
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Celebrity Chef Showdown: Jason Aldean vs. Blake Shelton in Vegas (Restaurant Update)

Country music fans can now enjoy a new dining experience in Las Vegas with the opening of Jason Aldean's Kitchen + Bar at 63 CityCenter. The restaurant, set to open on December 2nd, is...
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Dennis Hof’s Love Ranch Brothel Demolished: What Happened Near Vegas?

Located 80 miles outside of Las Vegas in Nevada's Nye County, Dennis Hof's Love Ranch was recently demolished, marking the end of an era for the infamous brothel. Hof, who was already known as...
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Cisco and MGM Sign Technology Agreement for Enhanced Services and Innovation

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) have announced a significant technology agreement that will see the casino operator leveraging Cisco's software portfolio to enhance customer experiences. The contract spans 5.5 years,...
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VIP Experience: Pizza & Wings for $653 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas

VIP Experience: Pizza & Wings for $653 at Allegiant Stadium in Las VegasIf you happen to be in a VIP box at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, make sure to take a stroll to...
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Strike at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas: Impact on Hospitality Workers

Several hundred Culinary Union members went on strike at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas after failed negotiations with management. The strike began at 5 a.m. PT on Friday, and picket lines are set up...
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Are Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s Fight Scripted? Analysis of Weigh-In Raises Doubts

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson are set to face off in a highly anticipated fight at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The 27-year-old social media sensation turned boxer will take on the 58-year-old former...
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Fertitta Unlikely to Pursue Wynn Takeover: Analyst Analysis

Tilman Fertitta, the CEO of Golden Nugget, recently increased his stake in Wynn Resorts to nearly 10%, sparking speculation about a possible takeover. However, according to analyst John DeCree, Fertitta is more likely to...
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UFC 309: Jones Takes Control in Trader Talk

The highly anticipated UFC 309 event is set to take place in New York tonight, with a focus on the main event featuring Jon Jones defending his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic. Jones, despite...
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Top Tribal Resorts Dominate Golfweek’s Top 50 Casino Golf Course List

Golfweek recently released its list of the top casino resort golf courses for 2024, and tribal resorts have once again dominated the rankings. This comes as no surprise, as MGM Resort's Shadow Creek in...
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Luxury Collaboration: Venetian Resort Las Vegas & Pechanga Resort Casino Partnership

The Venetian Resort on the Las Vegas Strip has recently announced a partnership with Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California, marking the first-ever marketing agreement between a major commercial casino resort and a tribal-owned...
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Unforgettable Las Vegas Strip Experiences Lost to Time

Las Vegas is a city that is constantly changing, where history and traditions often take a backseat to profits. Many iconic experiences that were once synonymous with the famous Las Vegas Strip are now...
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Tyson vs Paul Fight: Las Vegas Small-Scale Event Guide

Fans eagerly anticipating the Tyson vs. Paul fight on November 15 can get a taste of the action tonight at a smaller-scale event in Las Vegas. The Nerd Bar in downtown Vegas will be...
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Jacky Rosen Declared Winner of Nevada Senate Race

US Senator Jacky Rosen, a Democrat, emerged victorious in a closely contested race against Sam Brown in Nevada. The Associated Press projected her victory on Friday night, with a lead of 20,571 votes over...
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Authorities Investigating Assault on Las Vegas Election Worker

A temporary election worker in Las Vegas, Brandi Lapriore, was reportedly assaulted while waiting for a bus at a stop on Eastern Avenue on October 26. According to Lapriore, the attacker punched her in...
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Nevada Regulator Awards $3 Million Tax Refund to Dotty’s Operator

The Nevada Gaming Commission (NGC) recently made a unanimous decision to refund $3.12 million in overpaid taxes to Nevada Restaurant Services Inc., the company behind Dotty’s gaming taverns. This decision also included forgoing claims...
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2024 Las Vegas Weekly Election Endorsements Guide

Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate for U.S. President in 2024, has proven herself as a strong leader with a track record of fighting for safer communities and working class families. As a former prosecutor,...
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Kamala Harris pledges to end tipping tax in Las Vegas – The Nevada Independent

Kamala Harris, the Vice President, and Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, held a campaign event in Nevada with over 12,000 attendees. This event marked a significant moment for the Democratic Party in the...
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Las Vegas Couple Revealed: New Details on Casino Robbery

Casino.org recently reported on a shocking incident involving John and Lydia Salmen, an older couple who were caught stealing over $652K in cash and casino chips from the cashier's cage at Primm Valley Casino...
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Bally’s Chairman Defends Las Vegas Casino Against Skeptics

Soo Kim, the chairman of Bally's Corp., is confident about the future of casino gaming despite challenges in the market. In a recent interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Kim expressed his optimism about...
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Apollo’s $6.3B Deal Expands Vegas Presence by Acquiring IGT and Everi – Nevada Independent

Apollo Global Management, a hedge fund, has made a significant move in the gaming industry by acquiring gaming equipment providers International Game Technology (IGT) and Everi Holdings in a deal worth over $6.3 billion....
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Indy Gaming: MGM Spokesperson’s Journey to Hall of Fame

Alan Feldman, a well-known figure in the gaming industry, is set to be inducted into the Gaming Hall of Fame for his work on responsible gaming initiatives. Feldman, who spent decades as the chief...
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Adele Seeks Big Break After Las Vegas Residency

Adele's stage fright is a thing of the past, as she gears up for her 100-show “Weekends With Adele” series at the Colosseum in Las Vegas. Overcoming her nerves, she is set to perform...
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Biden tests positive for COVID during Las Vegas trip; cancels speech

President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday afternoon while visiting Las Vegas. His scheduled appearance at the UnidosUS conference on Wednesday was canceled due to his diagnosis.The President was at a restaurant...
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Mirage Casino Floor Closure: What You Need to Know

The Mirage, known as the “Oasis in the Desert,” is saying goodbye to the Las Vegas Strip after 34 years of operation. The iconic casino-hotel will be closing its doors on Wednesday morning to...
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High Electricity Costs Adding to Frustration for Las Vegas Residents

Residents in Las Vegas are facing high electricity costs due to the scorching temperatures reaching up to 120 degrees. Many locals, like Jose Alvarez, are feeling the financial burden of keeping their homes cool...
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Las Vegas Stripper Faces Lawsuit for Relationship Deception

An Arkansas man is taking legal action against a Las Vegas exotic dancer, alleging that she deceived him into believing they were in an exclusive romantic relationship for a decade. Fred Brunner is seeking...
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President Biden to Deliver Two Speeches in Las Vegas: Schedule and Details

President Joe Biden has some big plans for next week in Las Vegas, as he is scheduled to give two speeches in the area. These speeches are part of his campaign swing through Texas...

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